How to find out the make and model of your Xiaomi phone: step-by-step instructions

Why it is important to know the exact model of Xiaomi

You bought a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO smartphone, but you're not sure about its exact model? This information is critical not only for choosing cases or glasses. The model depends on firmware compatibility, the availability of MIUI updates, battery settings and even the ability to unlock the bootloader. For example, the firmware for the Redmi Note 10 Pro will not be suitable for the Redmi Note 10 - the difference in processors and camera modules will make the device inoperable.

Another trap is re-labeled devices, some vendors give the Redmi 9T to a POCO M3 (they are identical in hardware but have different firmware) Without checking the model, you risk installing inappropriate software or buying incompatible accessories. In this article, all the working ways to identify the model, including hidden menus and external features.

Method 1: Using phone settings (the fastest method)

The most reliable and versatile way is to look at the model in the settings menu. It works on all Xiaomi devices regardless of the MIUI version (even on the old Redmi 4X or Mi A1).

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
2. Scroll down and select About Phone (or About Device on some firmware).
3. Find the Model line or the Model name, and it will show the full name, such as the M2101K6G (codename) or the Redmi Note 10 Pro (trade name).

⚠️ Note: On certain devices (e.g, POCO F3) This menu only displays the code name (M2012K11AG). To decrypt it, use the match table below or the method №4.

Check the "All characteristics" section in the "About phone" menu

Update MIUI to the latest version

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Method 2: By Box and Documents

If the phone is new or you still have the original packaging, the model is on the sticker at the back of the box.

• 📦 Model: Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G (trade-name)
• 🔖 Type: 2201116PG (codename for service centers)
• 📄 IMEI: 15-digit number (you can also determine the model from it).

The model is also shown in:

• 📃 Warranty card (line "Model" or "Device Model").
• 🛒 Check purchases (if you bought in the official Mi Store or from partners).

⚠️ Warning: Be careful with aftermarket purchases! Fraudsters often paste stickers from other models onto boxes. Always check the data against phone settings (method) №1).

In the phone settings

On a box or paperwork

Through special applications

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Method 3: Appearance (visual differences)

If the phone doesn't turn on or you don't have access to settings, you can identify the model by design. Xiaomi has clear visual markers for each line:

For a precise definition, take a picture of the back panel and compare it to the images on Xiaomi's official website.

• 📸 The location and shape of the cameras (for example, the Redmi Note 10 Pro is a square block with 4 cameras).
• 🔍 Inscriptions on the body (e.g, "5G" or "AI Camera").
• 🎨 Color options (some models come in unique colors, for example, POCO X3 Pro in "Bronze").

Method 4: Through Engineering Menu and Codes

If standard methods don't work, try the service codes, they open hidden menus with technical information, and type the following combinations into the Phone app:

• 📱 ##4636## – the Testing menu will open, where the device information section shows the model.
• 🔢 *#6# - will show IMEI, You can use it to identify a model on sites like IMEI.info.
• 🔍 ##225## - on some devices shows full information about the hardware".

⚠️ Note: Not all codes work on new versions MIUI 14+. If nothing happens after you enter the code, your firmware blocks the engineering menu. №5.

If the code works, you'll see a line called Model Number or Device Model.

Model Number: M2007J3SC




Device Name: Redmi Note 9 Pro

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On some firmware, the engineering menu only opens after you connect to Wi-Fi. If the code doesn't work, check the Internet connection.

Method 5: Using third-party applications

If the phone is on but the model doesn't show up in the settings, install one of the specialized apps that reads the chipset and outputs the full device information:

• 📲 CPU-Z (section → Model).
• 🔧 AIDA64 (tab System → The device).
• 🛠️ DevCheck (Hardware section) → Model).

The annexes will show:

• Trade name (e.g. POCO X4 Pro 5G)
• Codename (e.g. veux for Redmi Note 11 Pro)
• Data about the processor, memory and screen (useful for originality verification).

Important: If the app shows a model that doesn't match the box, your device could have been re-shopped or re-marked. In this case, contact the seller or check with the seller. IMEI way №4.

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Applications like CPU-Z show a real hardware model, even if the firmware is changed, and this is the most reliable way for re-enhanced devices.

Method 6: IMEI (if the phone is not turned on)

If the smartphone does not respond to the power button, but you know its IMEI (for example, from a box or a check), you can determine the model online.

1. Go to IMEI.info or IMEIPro.
2. Enter the 15-digit IMEI in the search bar.
3. Press Check and wait for the results.

The report will state:

• 📱 Trade name (e.g. Xiaomi) 11T Pro).
• 🔧 Code name (e.g., vili).
• 📅 Issuance date and producer country.

⚠️ Note: Some services may show inaccurate information for Chinese versions (China) ROM). If the model is defined as Mi 10 and the box says Mi 10 Pro, check the data through other methods.

Method 7: By serial number (for service centers)

Serial number (S/N) is a unique device identifier that can be used to identify the model in Xiaomi service databases.

• 📦 On the box sticker (near the IMEI).
• 🔋 Under the battery (on old models with removable battery).
• 📱 In settings: About the phone → General information → Serial number.

Next:

1. Go to the official Xiaomi checkout site.
2. Enter the serial number and the captcha.
3. The system will show the model, the date of activation and the status of the warranty.

This method is suitable for authenticating a device before buying on the secondary market, and if a site issues a "Device not found" error, it is likely that the serial number is fake or the device is not official.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi model definition